‘Miami Vice’ Director Joseph Kosinski on Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler Circling His Reboot: ‘If It Ends Up Being Those Two, I’d Be Very Lucky’

Joseph Kosinski Discusses Casting for Miami Vice Reboot

Director Joseph Kosinski is in early talks to cast Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler in his upcoming big-screen reboot of Miami Vice. Speaking at the Hamilton Behind the Camera Awards, where he presented to the “F1” sound team, Kosinski shared why the two actors would be perfect for their roles.

Potential Leads and Roles

“Michael is someone I’ve admired for a long time, [and] always wanted to work with him. Austin, I think, is proving himself as someone to watch. Again, I’ve just really admired his choices,” Kosinski said. “If it ends up being those two, I’d be very lucky.”

Setting and Production Details

The film is confirmed to take place in 1985, highlighting the distinct period aesthetics. Kosinski teased, “It’s full on,” regarding the film’s period looks.

Miami Vice is produced by Universal Pictures, with a release date planned for August. The reboot draws inspiration from the original 1980s TV series starring Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas, focusing on undercover detectives in South Florida.

Official Synopsis

The reboot “explores the glamour and corruption of mid-80’s Miami” and is “inspired by the pilot episode and first season of the landmark television series that influenced culture and set the style of everything from fashion to filmmaking."
About Joseph Kosinski

Kosinski is also known for directing the summer hits F1 and Top Gun: Maverick.

Author's summary: Joseph Kosinski aims to reboot Miami Vice with Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler, promising an authentic 1985 setting inspired by the original series' iconic style and themes.

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Variety Variety — 2025-11-06

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